Serving 1,218 students in grades 6-8, Nick Kerr Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nick Kerr Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Burleson school district, encompassing approximately 42.9 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the nearest edge and extending up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nick Kerr Middle School's student population of 1,218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,218 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nick Kerr Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nick Kerr Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3363 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nick Kerr Middle School's ranking?
Nick Kerr Middle School is ranked #3363 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nick Kerr Middle School often compared to?
Nick Kerr Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hughes Middle School, Steam Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nick Kerr Middle School?
1,218 students attend Nick Kerr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Nick Kerr Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nick Kerr Middle School?
Nick Kerr Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nick Kerr Middle School offer ?
Nick Kerr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nick Kerr Middle School part of?
Nick Kerr Middle School is part of Burleson Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I absolutly LOVED this school. The teachers were wonderful, the classes were challeging yet understandable. The electives were wide ranged, and the PTO was fabulous. Everything about the school, from the athletics to the students was very nice.
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